Her Words, Her World

About Her Words, Her World

Empowering women's voices, one story at a time. Embark on a transformative global journey with "Her Words, Her World," a podcast that explores the power of women's literacy to change lives and shape communities. Each episode invites you into the heart of a woman's story — her struggles, her triumphs, and her unshakeable determination to write a better future. We'll introduce you to remarkable women who are shattering barriers and redefining what's possible through the power of the written word. You'll hear from pioneering educators, fearless activists, visionary entrepreneurs, and everyday heroines who are transforming their families and communities one page at a time. But this is more than a celebration of individual achievements. As we weave together these intimate narratives, a powerful tapestry emerges — one that reveals the critical role of women's literacy in advancing gender equality, economic development, public health, and social progress worldwide. With each story, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the complex challenges women face in accessing education, and the innovative solutions that are making a difference. Whether you're a lifelong learner, a passionate advocate, or simply someone who believes in the boundless potential of the human spirit, "Her Words, Her World" will inspire, inform, and ignite your commitment to creating a more just, more literate world for all.

Publisher

Jaime Dugan

Category

business · education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Jul 2026

Latest episode

15 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

6 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Sept 2026

   Episode 5: Teach for Nigeria: When We Train a Girl, We Train a Nation

   Send us Fan Mail Episode Description Nigeria is home to the largest population on the African continent — and one of its most complex education landscapes. National surveys put the country's adult literacy rate at roughly 61%, with a persistent gap between women and men that widens sharply in rural and underserved communities. In this episode, host Jaime is joined by two educators working inside that reality through Teach For Nigeria: Opeyemi “Yemi” Akeredolu, a current Fellow teaching in a p...

2. 

   20 Aug 2026

   Episode 4: From Trauma to Transformation — Inside Blink Now’s Women’s Center

   Send us Fan Mail Show Notes Episode [#4]: From Trauma to Transformation — Inside Blink Now’s Women’s Center Type: Guest Interview Host: Jaime Dugan Guest: Sumnima Sampang, Associate Manager — Women’s Center and Children’s Home, Kopila Valley / BlinkNow Foundation Recording Date: August 11, 2026 Country Featured: Nepal Estimated Runtime: 30 minutes Episode DescriptionIn this episode of "Her Words, Her World," host Jaime Dugan has a conversation with Sumnima Sampang, Associate Manager of the ...

3. 

   8 Aug 2026

   Episode 3: Literacy and Belonging--Conversation with Dr. Sam Duncan

   Send us Fan Mail Her Words, Her World | Season 1, Episode 3 Hosted by Jaime Dugan ----------------------------------------------------- EPISODE DESCRIPTION ----------------------------------------------------- In this episode of "Her Words, Her World," host Jaime Dugan sits down with Dr. Sam Duncan, Professor of Adult Literacy at the UCL Institute of Education, for a wide-ranging conversation about what it truly means to learn to read as an adult. Sam shares how her research on reading circle...

4. 

   25 Jul 2026

   Episode 2: Design for Transformation

   Send us Fan Mail Her Words, Her World Empowering women's voices, one story at a time Show Notes Episode 2: Design for Transformation Type: Solo Episode Host: Jaime Dugan, EdS Estimated Runtime: 25–28 minutes Episode DescriptionWhat separates a literacy program that transforms a woman's life from one that leaves her frustrated and discouraged? In this solo episode, host Jaime Dugan explores four powerful educational frameworks — Bloom's Taxonomy, Webb's Depth of Knowledge, Understanding...

5. 

   17 Jul 2026

   Episode 1: The Ripple Starts Here

   Send us Fan Mail EPISODE 1: Why Her Words Matter — A Personal Journey into Women's Literacy Her Words, Her World | Season 1, Episode 1 Hosted by Jaime Dugan ----------------------------------------------------- EPISODE DESCRIPTION ----------------------------------------------------- In the debut episode of "Her Words, Her World," host Jaime Dugan— a certified Reading Specialist, ESL educator, and lifelong literacy advocate — shares the personal journey that inspired the creation of this podc...

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   13 Jul 2026

   Podcast Trailer

   Send us Fan Mail Join host, Jaime Dugan, a certified Reading Specialist and lifelong literacy advocate with over 15 years of experience in ESL/ELA, literacy, and adult learning, on a transformative journey across the globe and into the heart of a movement that's changing lives, one story at a time. "Her Words, Her World" is a new podcast that explores the power of women's literacy to reshape communities and futures. More than a celebration of individual triumphs, "Her Words, Her World" ...

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